Millions Spent To Help New Mexicans Pay Rent

Anyone who’s tried to buy a home or even lock down an affordable rental these days knows how tough the market has gotten. This week, Chris and Gabby are diving into New Mexico’s affordable housing dilemmas. Donnie Quintana, the Director of the state’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program, or ERAP, shares details about the state’s Home Fund program, and the millions of dollars available to help people pay the bills. 

How long will these pandemic-era programs continue? Who qualifies for assistance? How can someone apply? Quintana explains how the money is being spent and safeguards in place to try and prevent fraud. 

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